Central Asia news — August 17, 2026

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1. WorldMiddle EastCentral Asia

   Aug 17, 2026, 20:42 UTC

   Los Libertadores Pass Reopens After 34-Day Closure

   The Los Libertadores Pass, the main border crossing between Chile and Argentina, reopened after being closed for 34 days due to heavy snowfall and accumulation. Around 3500 trucks were stranded during the closure, causing significant economic losses. The reopening will initially allow only cargo transport in a staggered manner to clear the backlog.

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2. CultureCentral Asia

   Aug 17, 2026, 20:23 UTC

   Flemish Police Receive Unusual Claims for Found Gold Treasure

   After discovering a 9 million euro gold treasure in Dendermonde, Flemish police have received bizarre claims from around the world, including one based on reincarnation. The police are investigating the treasure's criminal origins but emphasize that ownership claims are a civil matter.

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3. SportsCentral Asia

   Aug 17, 2026, 18:13 UTC

   Dana White Frustrated with Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua Saga

   Dana White, the president of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), has expressed his frustration with the ongoing saga surrounding the potential heavyweight boxing match between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua. White believes that the fight should have happened years ago and is seemingly irritated by the prolonged negotiations.

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4. CultureCentral AsiaWhite-collar

   Aug 17, 2026, 06:00 UTC

   Art Theft at MuMe: Antonello da Messina Masterpieces Stolen

   Four works by Antonello da Messina were stolen from the Regional Interdisciplinary Museum of Messina (MuMe) on August 15. The thieves bypassed security systems and took three panels of the Polittico di San Gregorio and a double-sided panel with the Madonna and the Christ in pity. The theft occurred during the Assumption of Mary festival.

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5. SportsEuropeCentral Asia

   Aug 17, 2026, 05:39 UTC

   MDA Responds to Multiple Road Accidents Across Israel

   Magen David Adom (MDA), Israel's national emergency medical service, responded to several road accidents across the country over a 24-hour period. Incidents included multi-vehicle collisions on highways 77, 22, 65, 353, 8697, and 40, with a range of injuries from minor to serious and moderate. MDA paramedics and medics provided on-site treatment and transported casualties to various hospitals, including Rambam, Ziv, Soroka, and Barzilai. One air rescue was conducted.

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